Buying a home is one of life’s biggest milestones — whether it’s your first purchase or you’ve been through the process before. And while it’s exciting, it can also feel overwhelming, with mortgages, surveys, negotiations and legal work all pulling you in different directions 😅

At Keystone, we’re always watching out for important changes in the property market — not just in pricing, presentation or sales strategy, but also how the system itself works. Recently, the government has announced a set of proposals that could reshape how homes are bought and sold in England and Wales.

Buying your first home is exciting — but it can also feel daunting, especially in a fast-moving market like Flintshire. From average prices to mortgage rates and practical tips, here’s what first-time buyers need to know in 2025.

With the next Budget speech just around the corner, the property landscape could shift quickly. 📉📈 In this video, Ben breaks down why selling before the Budget could put you in a stronger position: